2005 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
